Retail

Equity, Construction Financing Set for Lighthouse Point

HFF arranged the financing for the first phase of the $200 million mixed-use development on Staten Island’s waterfront, hoping to be a new “New York destination.”

West Woods Shopping Center, Austin

First Washington Realty Heads Into the (West) Woods

An affiliate of First Washington Realty Inc. is the new owner of West Wood Shopping Center.

CVS Pharmacy

Investor Grabs Secure Net-Leased Property in Bradenton

Bradenton, Fla.—An 11,200-square foot net-leased property sold for $4.75 million in Bradenton. Marcus & Millichap facilitated the sale of the freestanding property. Senior Associate James Medefind of the firm’s Tampa office had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller. The buyer was secured and represented by Associate Chris Adams of the firm’s Dallas office. Both parties are private investors, the identities of whom remained undisclosed. Built in 2003, the asset sits on 1.21 acres at 520 First St. West. Located on the main thoroughfare of U.S. Highway 301 leading to Manatee Memorial Hospital, the site benefits…

Will Amazon Write a New Chapter for the Bookstore?

A tantalizing rumor has surfaced that the online giant could revive a struggling retail category.

Big-Box Properties Outperform

Cap rates for net-leased big-box properties declined in 2015, leading to increased investor demand for the low-risk assets—but is there enough supply to go around?

Breaking the Fall: How to Approach a Failed Business Plan

By Manuel Fishman, Shareholder, Buchalter Nemer: How good asset and property management can help you detect early warning signs of a deal gone awry.

Strong RE Fundamentals Lead to Stable REIT Outlook for 2016

By Philip Kibel, Associate Managing Director, Moody’s Investors Service: The outlook for rated REITs is stable through 2016, but supply/demand imbalance could disrupt the calm.

Development Underway in Detroit Red Wings Arena District

Investment in The District Detroit project and the new NHL Red Wings arena could hit $1.2 billion as development of residential, retail and office space begins in the area.

Mockingbird Station

HFF Secures $80M for Live-Work-Play Community in Dallas

HFF has secured financing for Mockingbird Station, a major mixed-use development featuring multifamily, retail and office.